CUMBERLAND, Ohio – The Wilds’ southern white rhinoceros herd has grown with the exciting arrival of a newborn calf. The male calf was born during the early morning hours of Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, to mother, Kali. The Animal Management team notes that Kali and her little one are both doing well. The calf, who […]
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The Wilds awarded $2.2 million from the U.S. Dept. of Commerce
CUMBERLAND – Earlier this week, the Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded The Wilds a $2.2 million grant to build a 60-acre recreational vehicle campground. This grant is funded by the American Rescue Plan. This grant will not only help attract tourists to The Wilds, which is located on reclaimed coal mine land along the Appalachian […]
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The Wilds to open on May 1
CUMBERLAND – A sure sign that Spring has arrived is the opening of The Wilds, an outdoor experience and adventure unlike any other in Ohio. The Wilds opens at 10 a.m. on May 1, 2022, offering a variety of activities that are fun for the whole family. The Wilds is a safari park and conservation […]
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The Wilds welcomes a greater 1-horned rhino calf
CUMBERLAND, Ohio — The Wilds is celebrating the arrival of a greater one-horned rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) calf, who was born at the conservation center during the early morning hours of Aug. 16. Sanya, an experienced mother, is providing excellent care to her little one and keeping the female calf close within The Wilds’ pasture. The […]